The National Commission for Women has taken suo motu cognizance of a tragic incident in Pune, where a woman employed at a BPO was brutally murdered by her colleague over a financial dispute. In response, Vijaya Rahatkar, Chairperson of NCW, formed a Fact-Finding Committee to investigate the
New Delhi [India], January 10: Air pollution is increasingly recognized as a significant risk factor for cardiovascular disease, contributing to a global public health crisis. Fine particulate matter (PM2.5), nitrogen dioxide (NO2), and other pollutants have been linked to the development an
Amid growing concern about Human Metapneumovirus (HMPV) cases in the country, Union Health Secretary Punya Salila Srivastava on Monday reviewed the present situation of respiratory illnesses in the country and the status of public health measures for its management.
Mumbai (Maharashtra) [India], December 26: Metropolis Foundation, the Corporate Social Responsibility (CSR) arm of Ameera Shah-led Metropolis Healthcare Limited, India's second-largest and most respected pathology laboratory chain, is proud to announce the launch of the 7th edition of its an
Since its launch in October 2022, the Abu Dhabi Precision Medicine Programme for Oncology has provided tailored treatments to 256 Emirati cancer patients and prevention plans for their families. The initiative, led by the Department of Health - Abu Dhabi and strategic partners, integrates ge
Hyderabad (Telangana) [India], November 23: STAR Hospitals is proud to announce the official launch of the STAR Liver Institute at its Nanakramguda campus in Hyderabad. The institute, dedicated to advanced liver care and transplantation, was inaugurated today by SS Rajamouli, renowned filmma
Mumbai (Maharashtra) [India], November 14: In today's fast-paced world, diabetes has emerged as one of the most pressing health concerns, affecting people across all age groups. Key contributors to the rise in type 2 diabetes include urbanisation, an ageing population, declining physical
Coimbatore (Tamil Nadu) [India], October 29: Sri Ramakrishna Hospital's Neurology experts observes "World Stroke Day" on October 29th by sharing crucial insights on stroke to spread awareness and educate the public on the symptoms, causes, and various preventive measures.
Chennai (Tamil Nadu) [India], October 21: In the lead-up to World Osteoporosis Day on October 20, Star Health and Allied Insurance, India's leading standalone health insurer, has announced the launch of a major nationwide campaign aimed at raising awareness about osteoporosis. This year's ca
India has achieved strong results in its technical compliance with the FATF Standards. However, the report noted that major improvements are needed to strengthen prosecution, protect the non-profit sector from terrorist abuse, supervision, and implementation of preventive measures.
Congress MP Shashi Tharoor on Thursday claimed that over 200 people have lost their lives in the Wayanad landslides incident, adding that preventive measures are required and the focus should be on rescuing the people.